Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ferris, Cardiologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Samuel Ferris, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ferris completed his residency at Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ferris is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ferris’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ferris’s office at (504) 391-8896.
Where did Dr. Ferris go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La
What languages does Dr. Ferris speak?
Dr. Ferris and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Ferris typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Ferris diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Ferris. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Ferris typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Ferris performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ferris. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Does Dr. Ferris accept my insurance?
Dr. Ferris accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 391-8896 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ferris accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Ferris in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Ochsner Health
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ferris' office located?
Dr. Samuel Ferris' Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 391-8896
What is Dr. Ferris's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ferris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841256955.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ferris?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ferris
What is Dr. Samuel Ferris's specialty?
Dr. Ferris is a Cardiologist near New Orleans, LA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Samuel Ferris affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ferris is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, West Jefferson Medical Center, Ochsner St. Anne Hospital, Slidell Memorial Hospital, St. Tammany Parish Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Samuel Ferris accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Ferris is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samuel Ferris offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ferris's office at (504) 391-8896 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samuel Ferris?
Please contact Dr. Ferris's office at (504) 391-8896 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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